Vintage 2011

MONTEVERRO CHARDONNAY

This type of vine poses a challenge in Tuscany – although the sea breeze, cool nights, and soil structure make it possible to produce this single varietal white wine in a select few locations. Its crispness and elegant texture are similar to the great examples of Burgundy; it owes its complex aroma to careful work in the vineyard and aging in both barriques and concrete. A unique Chardonnay from the Tuscan coast, produced in very limited quantities.

"Coherent and authentic, our Chardonnay 2011 is a winner due to the purity of its primary aromas, a kaleidoscope of undertones from fruit to crème brûlée."

More information on the vintages

Selection: 100% Chardonnay
Denomination: IGT Toscana bianco
Region: Maremma, Tuscany

Ratings

Guida Oro Veronelli: 93/100
Mundus Vini: Gold medal
Tasted: 91/100
WineInspector: 92/100
Wineterminator: 93/100
James Suckling: 95/100

Tasting Notes

Color: Deep yellow gold with hints of straw.
On the nose: Beautiful baked brioche evolving on apricot, honeysuckle, crème brulée, rose and canned pear.
On the plate: Soft entrance quickly evolving into a beautiful Greek honey yogurt with touches of wood, hazelnuts, honey and apricot lingering on caramel and prune liqueur.

Vinification

Winemaking: Each lot fermented separately Whole cluster pressing Natural fermentations Aging on fine lees with batonnage 100% gravity
Aging: 14 months in French oak barrels with 25% of new oak and in concrete egg-shaped fermentation tank
Bottling: No fining, light filtration

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